The Northern Saw-whet Owl (Aegolius acadicus) is one of North America’s smallest owls, with a round head, oversized yellow eyes, and a reddish-brown body marked with white streaks. Despite their small size, these elusive hunters are skilled at catching prey in the darkness of the forest.
Diet: Primarily mice and other small mammals, including voles and shrews. They occasionally eat small birds and insects.
Habitat: Coniferous and mixed forests, where they roost in dense evergreen foliage during the day and nest in tree cavities, often old woodpecker holes.
Range: Across much of North America, from southern Canada into parts of the United States and Mexico. Many migrate south in autumn, while others remain in the same area year-round.
Northern Saw-whet Owls are mostly active at night and can be remarkably difficult to spot during the day. Their name comes from a distinctive call that was thought to resemble the sound of a saw being sharpened. During autumn migration, these tiny owls travel through forests under the cover of darkness, often passing unnoticed by the people living nearby.
Product Details: This listing is for a print of my original work. Printed on high quality watercolor paper with archival ink. Watermark will not appear on your print. Each print is hand signed, giving it a unique touch.
Shipping details: Prints will be packaged in a protective cellophane sleeve with backing board, and shipped to you in a sturdy mailer. Orders are shipped First Class via USPS within 2 business days of initial order.
Year created: 2025
Copyright Nora Steele 2026
Images may not be reproduced, resold or used in any form without written consent. This listing is for print only, frame is not included.
The Northern Saw-whet Owl (Aegolius acadicus) is one of North America’s smallest owls, with a round head, oversized yellow eyes, and a reddish-brown body marked with white streaks. Despite their small size, these elusive hunters are skilled at catching prey in the darkness of the forest.
Diet: Primarily mice and other small mammals, including voles and shrews. They occasionally eat small birds and insects.
Habitat: Coniferous and mixed forests, where they roost in dense evergreen foliage during the day and nest in tree cavities, often old woodpecker holes.
Range: Across much of North America, from southern Canada into parts of the United States and Mexico. Many migrate south in autumn, while others remain in the same area year-round.
Northern Saw-whet Owls are mostly active at night and can be remarkably difficult to spot during the day. Their name comes from a distinctive call that was thought to resemble the sound of a saw being sharpened. During autumn migration, these tiny owls travel through forests under the cover of darkness, often passing unnoticed by the people living nearby.
Product Details: This listing is for a print of my original work. Printed on high quality watercolor paper with archival ink. Watermark will not appear on your print. Each print is hand signed, giving it a unique touch.
Shipping details: Prints will be packaged in a protective cellophane sleeve with backing board, and shipped to you in a sturdy mailer. Orders are shipped First Class via USPS within 2 business days of initial order.
Year created: 2025
Copyright Nora Steele 2026
Images may not be reproduced, resold or used in any form without written consent. This listing is for print only, frame is not included.
